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Columbus County OKs amended cell-tower ordinance; staff to return with revised permit fees
Summary
The Columbus County Board of Commissioners approved an amended wireless communications ordinance establishing 100% tower-height setbacks, a 350-foot maximum, and engineer-certified setback reductions; the board asked staff to return with revised inspection and permit-fee recommendations.
The Columbus County Board of Commissioners voted on Nov. 3 to adopt an amended wireless communications ordinance that sets setback requirements and height limits for new communications towers.
Planning Director Kelsey Hammonds, who read the draft ordinance at the meeting, said the text defines "wireless communication facility" and a "wireless telecommunication tower," exempts small amateur and residential antennas, and would measure setbacks at 100% of tower height from lot lines. "So setback restrictions on here are…
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